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May 5, 2011
Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) introduced an amendment to H.R. 1229 – the Putting the Gulf of Mexico Back to Work Act – that would ensure any new off-shore drilling prioritizes environmental protection over speedy and dangerous extraction.
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May 4, 2011
"Our answers do not lie in more oil. Our answers lie in conservation and smart investments." "
May 4, 2011
"H.R. 3 erases decades of progress for women and turns back the clock to a time when women could not make their own life decisions."
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Reproductive Rights
May 3, 2011
Calls for DOJ to help close the gunshow loophole. "
May 3, 2011
"If we interpreted the Document in a static and literal way, we would find ourselves in a country we didnt recognize." "
May 3, 2011
Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), along with Reps. Tim Walz (MN-1) and Gary Peters (MI-9), introduced legislation to eliminate taxpayer subsidies for yachts. The Ending Taxpayer Subsidies for Yachts Act will amend a tax provision that allows boat owners to write off their mortgage interest payments if they classify their boats as second homes.
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Government Transparency
May 2, 2011
"My thoughts are with the American families and those around the world who lost loved ones at the hands of this criminal." "
April 28, 2011
Discusses Tax Receipt, Federal Budget
April 28, 2011
This Saturday, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) will host a Housing Information Fair for constituents to answer questions and assist local families with housing issues including loan modifications, mortgage fraud, and the foreclosure process.
April 27, 2011
"I applaud the Administration's proposed guidance that would restore and protect our nations vulnerable wetlands, streams, and lakes."
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